1954 Mercury Montclair vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Mercury Montclair | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Montclair | XC60 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4192 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 480 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2774 mm |